Change Your Username Through Your Epic Games Account

Your Rocket League Sideswipe username is tied to your Epic Games account, so you change it there, not inside the game itself. Sign in to your Epic Games account on a web browser, go to your Account settings, find the Display Name field, and enter the new name you want. The change takes effect when ready in Sideswipe and any other Epic Games titles you play.

If you have never set a display name, Epic Games assigns you a default one based on your email address. You can replace it with anything you want — up to 16 characters, letters and numbers only. Spaces and special characters are not allowed.

You can change your display name once every 14 days. If you changed it recently and want to change it again, you will see a countdown timer telling you when the next change becomes available. This limit exists to prevent abuse and keep usernames stable for other players.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your Epic Games account settings on a web browser and change your Display Name there — the game itself has no username-change option.
  • Your new username appears in Rocket League Sideswipe within seconds and also updates in any other Epic Games games you play.
  • Usernames can be up to 16 characters and must use only letters and numbers; spaces and symbols will not work.
  • You can change your username once every 14 days, and a timer shows you when your next change is available if you have recently made one.

Step-by-Step: Changing Your Display Name

Open a web browser and go to www.epicgames.com. Click the account icon in the top right corner and select Account. You will land on your Account page.

On the left side, click General. Scroll down until you see Display Name. Click the pencil icon next to it to edit. Type your new username in the box that appears, then click Save. Epic Games will confirm the change, and you are done.

Launch Rocket League Sideswipe on your phone or tablet. Your new username will show in your profile and in matches. Other players will see the updated name the next time they encounter you in a game or view your profile card.

What Happens If Your Desired Username Is Taken

Epic Games does not reserve usernames for inactive accounts, so popular names get taken quickly. If the name you want is already in use, you will see an error message when you try to save it. You will need to choose a different one.

Try adding numbers to the end of your preferred name, or use a variation that is close to what you wanted. Some players add numbers in the middle of their name to make it unique while keeping it recognizable. For example, if "SonicSpeed" is taken, you might try "SonicSpeed42" or "Sonic42Speed" instead.

Changing Your Username on Console or PC

If you play Rocket League on PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam, your username there is separate from your Sideswipe username. Your console or platform username is managed by Sony, Microsoft, or Valve, not by Epic Games. Changing your Epic Games display name does not change your console username, and vice versa.

On console, you change your username through your system settings — PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Steam — not through Epic Games. That console username will show to other players in console versions of Rocket League, but Sideswipe players will see your Epic Games display name instead. This means you can have different names across different versions of Rocket League.

If You Forgot Your Epic Games Password

If you cannot sign into your Epic Games account to change your username, go to www.epicgames.com and click Sign In. Below the password field, click Forgot Password. Enter the email address linked to your account, and Epic Games will send you a reset link. Check your email (including spam folders), click the link, and create a new password.

Once you have reset your password and signed back in, follow the Display Name steps above to change your username. If you do not receive the reset email within a few minutes, check your spam or junk folder, as password reset emails sometimes get filtered there.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

If your new username does not appear in Sideswipe after you save it, close the game completely and reopen it. The app sometimes needs a fresh start to sync with your Epic Games account. If you are still seeing your old name after restarting, wait a few minutes and try again — the change can occasionally take a moment to propagate across Epic's servers.

If you see a message saying you cannot change your username yet, you are still within the 14-day cooldown period from your last change. The system will show you exactly how many days remain before you can make another change. Mark your calendar so you know when you are may be able to access again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Sideswipe username without changing my Epic Games display name?

No. Sideswipe pulls your username directly from your Epic Games account, so they are always the same. If you change one, you change both. There is no separate setting for Sideswipe alone.

What if I want to use special characters or spaces in my username?

Epic Games display names accept only letters (A–Z, a–z) and numbers (0–9). Spaces, hyphens, underscores, and other symbols will not work. If you try to save a name with special characters, the system will reject it and ask you to use only letters and numbers.

How long does it take for my new username to show in Sideswipe?

The change is when ready on the Epic Games side. Restart Rocket League Sideswipe or refresh your profile screen, and your new username will appear. Other players will see it the next time they encounter you in a match or view your profile.

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Yes, but you have to wait 14 days between changes. If you changed your username and want to revert to an old one, you can do that after the 14-day cooldown expires. The old name must not have been claimed by someone else in the meantime.

Does changing my Epic Games display name affect my other games?

Yes. Your display name is shared across all Epic Games titles you play, including Fortnite, Fall Guys, and any other games linked to your Epic account. Changing it in one game changes it everywhere.